Investigation Launched into Civic Group for Obstructing Jang Donghyuk's May 18 Cemetery Visit

Police Consider Charges Including Violation of Assembly and Demonstration Act

Front view of Gwangju Bukbu Police Station.

The police have launched an investigation into a civic group that blocked People Power Party leader Jang Donghyuk from paying respects at the National May 18 Democratic Cemetery by holding an unauthorized rally.

On November 18, Gwangju Bukbu Police Station announced that it is investigating members of the civic group on charges of violating the Assembly and Demonstration Act.

The group is accused of holding an illegal rally at the National May 18 Democratic Cemetery in Unjeong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju, on November 6 and obstructing Jang's visit to pay tribute.

Police officers dispatched to the scene determined that the group's actions may have been illegal and formally requested an investigation.

The police have also confirmed circumstances in which the group allegedly knocked over and damaged a floral tribute sent by Jang's side for the memorial, and are reviewing whether to apply charges of property damage and obstruction of work.

Authorities are analyzing video footage recorded at the scene to identify the individuals involved and the organizations to which they belong.

The police plan to determine how to proceed with the suspects after thoroughly investigating the circumstances of the incident.

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